Ohio Code § 3701.504
Ohio Code § 3701.504. Reproduced from the official Ohio Revised Code, with a citation summary, verification link, and related provisions.
§ 3701.504.
(A) The department of health shall establish and maintain a statewide hearing screening,
tracking, and early intervention program to identify newborn and infant hearing impairment. The department shall also establish appropriate protocols for the treatment and
follow-up care of newborns and infants with hearing impairment. (B) In the case of a child born in a hospital or freestanding birthing center, both of
the following apply: (1) The program shall provide for a hearing screening of the newborn or infant before
discharge, unless the newborn or infant is being transferred to another hospital. (2) If the newborn or infant is transferred to another hospital, the program shall provide
for a hearing screening of the newborn or infant when determined to be medically appropriate. (C) The department of health shall ensure that the program established under this section
is incorporated into early intervention activities of the department in compliance
with the “Individuals with Disabilities Education Act,” 20 U.S.C.A. 1400 et seq. (D) The department of health may assist hospitals and freestanding birthing centers in
acquiring hearing screening equipment by providing information on grant opportunities
or loans, and, if funds are available, by mass purchasing equipment or establishing
a grant system with department funds. (E) The department of health shall administer the program established under this section
pursuant to rules adopted under section 3701.508 of the Revised Code .
Source: official Ohio text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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- Citation: Ohio Revised Code § 3701.504
- Jurisdiction: Ohio
- Code: Ohio Revised Code
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